Micro Rock Crawler DasHex Z2

[Rock Stoneman]

1/24 micro pro comp rock crawler - DasHex Z2
w/ N20 motors
knuckle weights front & rear

dual esc & motors
dual stage tire foams
shaved tire sidewalls
Front dig - rear burn
Over- & underdrive




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[Rock Stoneman]

On the wet rocks....

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[dorji]

That's pretty cool, what chassis are you using?

 

[Rock Stoneman]

That's pretty cool, what chassis are you using?

I'm using the original chassis, but have added customized parts in order to extend it.


You can get a better look in these videos...




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[Rock Stoneman]

UPDATE
Electronic upgrade
New micro ESCs

Book Crawling due to weather conditions

https://youtu.be/DWMwBsffVMU

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[Rock Stoneman]

Part 17


with 3S Lipo und INJORA 1.0" 65*19m Comp Pin Tires.


https://youtu.be/CV6YAVxHsZc

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[Rock Stoneman]

I really like this video. Running 3S Lipo. The Injora Pins are awesome! I'll try to make the tires even softer. The optics are not a priority. I've ordered a tiny nano 4CH Receiver, so hopefully the rear end will look a bit better. :lmao:

Amazing performance!!! "thumbsup"

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[Rock Stoneman]

Forest jump


Love this rig!

https://youtu.be/1JL_7SC6XNc​​​​


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[Rock Stoneman]

With 1.0 DJ Crawler Tires 68mm tall

https://youtu.be/b8sFi49U01o

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[Rock Stoneman]

I love running this rig! Didn't expect it to handle these dirty rocks. Lots of big gaps and large holes and all kinds of trouble. Off-camera is even more fun!!!

https://youtu.be/P2uxF3TTvAk?si=vrj5OoKtyuXscs50

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[Rock Stoneman]

Narrowed 68mm DJ Crawler tires cut N shut from 25mm width to 19mm shaved sidewalls & cut nub Crawler Tires and more modification - different tire sets, see pictures in video!

https://youtu.be/dqw4F0HtZK0

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[Rock Stoneman]

Even more narrow... width 16mm..

https://youtu.be/kQJlOKHYp3M

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[Rock Stoneman]

More Shock & Tire Mods


https://youtu.be/Lz0PbgSquKQ?si=2A-iz4M_vVujYzGv

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[Rock Stoneman]

The last mods are great...

https://youtu.be/jQmTrETAfqA

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[Rock Stoneman]

ROCK WARS: Awesome! My favourite Micro MOA! The performance of the DasHex Z2 goes far beyond my expectations. I needed to do some improvements to the setup of the Injora oil filled shocks. Now it runs more flexible and softer.

https://youtu.be/H0U5t7OgzMw?si=DibNE2YKfVftRNN4

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https://youtu.be/C0N4YtV2oEs?si=G21klGw-mn4tq3Lc

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[Rock Stoneman]

The purpose of making this video is to demonstrate that the 1/24 DasHex Z2 aluminium MOA axles are just as capable, actually they are better axles, compared to the fully brass ones. Why? Because they’re lighter! A few years back, I got one of the first Z2 kit versions and built an amazing rock crawler, which surpassed my expectations.

Many have claimed that the capability of my first Z2 was due to the “higher quality axles” and me spending a lot of money. Both is not true!

I do not consider myself a guru or crack. I have gained experience by researching, experimenting and testing. More experienced builders surpass my knowledge, driving skills and craftsmanship on every level.

If you are new to the hobby or to rock crawlers, particularly MOAs, this is not the right kit to begin this wonderful journey. Start with a 1/10 MOA. You will find more upgrade parts and a large community of support. But most of all… do the research!!!

This is about performance all, not optics.

Generally speaking, building a larger RC vehicle is easier compared to micros. Tiny changes or adding, moving or reducing just 5 grams can have a large impact on the performance and outcome of you project. The smaller you go, the larger your skill set needs to be.

I’m just getting started with this rig. Can’t wait to upgrade the ESCs, among other things.


(This was a quick-build. I didn’t solder the cables. That’s why the esc keep shutting off. Didn’t do that when I was home. My bad.)

DasHex Z2 kit: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005....0.0.787c4ae4yPGWEw&mp=1&gatewayAdapt=glo2deu